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Dementia Spotlight Podcast

Bobbi and Michael Carducci

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Dementia Spotlight is a weekly podcast hosted by Bobbi and Mike Carducci that focuses on caregivers and those who will become caregivers. The hosts and their guests will provide tips, truths, and straight talk about Alzheimer's and the many other forms of dementia. Guests will be on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month and tips, truths, and straight talk will be on the opposite Wednesdays. Join us as we bring to light, the realities of dementia care.
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Learn what happens to extraordinary scholar when cognitive function, family dysfunction and American Healthcare collide through the lens of an empathetic daughter advocating for his end of life care and his diginity. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-darling/support
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Gather Darlings

willGather and Dementia Darling

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Come as you are, Caregivers! Welcome to "Gather Darlings" with Carrie Aalberts BS, MS aka Dementia Darling and Nicole Will aka willGather- the podcast where we kick back, let loose, and dive headfirst into the untamed, unfiltered world of caregiving. This isn’t your grandma's tea party—unless your grandma likes to spill the tea with a glass of wine in one hand and unapologetic truths in the other. So listen while you’re driving, doing the dishes, working, or if you got lucky in your favorite ...
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In Health Media Now, award-winning author,publicity/marketing strategist and radio host Denise Messenger empowers and encourages guests to reach their full potential in teaching listeners about important health innovations and issues of the day!
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Our tagline, “tips, truths, and straight talk” is our absolute dedication to helping caregivers all around the world. Not only do we provide tips to our listeners, but we also seek out tips and resources and pass the wealth of knowledge and resources along. This is not a competition between us and resources, it is a partnership. In today's episode,…
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We LOVED this conversation with Andrea Hughes. She shares with us the story of care for her mom with young-onset Alzheimer’s, discovering self-compassion, how to find the support you need, and the ways she empowers other caregivers through her sharing and vulnerability. Focusing on joy, being creative, staying present in the moments, and bringing p…
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A caregiver is experiencing the most difficult of situations - that of a loved one not recognizing you. This is the most heartbreaking stage of caring for a loved one. Listen as Bobbi and Mike offer some suggestions on how to navigate this issue. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bel…
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Welcome to our Q & A. Carrie is sharing some of her favorite resources! Dependable Daughter University of Nevada Reno: Dementia Self Management Guide Book National Council of Dementia Minds Cleveland Clinic Self-Care at Sea Check them out and we'll be doing more of these recommendations! We'd love for you to subscribe, rate and review! Follow us on…
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A caregiver asks two very sensitive and complex questions: "How do I organize a private funeral? There are people who may try to attend that LO and myself don’t want there. Also, how do you avoid having an after function?" Listen as Bobbi and Mike offer some suggestions on how to navigate these issues. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Sp…
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Great Question. Looking for a memory care facility is very overwhelming. Listen as Bobbi and Mike offer a number of suggestions that you can ask when visiting a memory care facility. Use these suggestions as a baseline - there are many more that can be asked. It is virtually impossible to have an all-inclusive list of questions as each dementia pat…
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Catch up with Carrie and Nicole as they share all about what they’ve been up to this summer, their European tour, caregiver education opportunities and Self-Care at Sea with other amazing caregiver advocates! Iowa Healthcare Associatation Dementia Care Conference: https://iowahealthcare.org/ Self-Care at Sea: https://www.funseas.com/self-care VALA:…
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In the past, we've talked about how caregiving is not location based and that you can be the advocate for your loved one even though you don't live close by. In today's episode, we are joined by Mr. Dennis Ranck, co-founder of ViewClix, which is an easy-to-use video calling system that helps families easily stay in touch with their loved one. Click…
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There are so many people out there that have this feeling. To have somebody turn around and say, "you don't hate him; you hate the disease," because in that moment, you absolutely hate that person. This is a red flag, and it needs to be taken seriously and addressed. Listen as Bobbi and Mike offer some suggestions as to where you might get some ass…
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Welcome to our Bestie series with Maria Kent Beers and Rachael Martinez, co-founders of Remember Me and the Remember Me podcast. These two incredible women's paths crossed in the most extraordinary way: Rachael, from Los Angeles, a trained marriage and family therapist, and Maria, living in Boston, found each other while caregiving for their parent…
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Today, we talk about one of the "boogeymen" that we often hear about when dealing with the elderly and dementia. That boogeyman is Adult Protective Services. In today's episode, we are joined by Ms. Ariann Lalla-Mohammed from the Loudoun County (Virginia) Adult Protective Service (APS). Most people believe that when somebody from APS comes and knoc…
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Mirrors can be very disconcerting to individuals with dementia. Today, Bobbi and Mike talk about issues that may arise with mirrors and discuss a couple of helpful hints to deal with them. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bella Adaptive Clothing. Click here for our affiliate link fo…
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Today, we get to spend time with the wonderful, Veronica Shanklin! Veronica is a dedicated full-time caregiver who has been taking care of her mom and late grandmother for over a decade. Living her best life in Chicago, she finds herself coming home to visit her mom, who was caring for her grandmother. Discover how her experiences led her to create…
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In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Sue Feldmeth who a registered nurse with 30 years of nursing experience. She is also an educator and consultant providing medical cannabis seminars and specialized guidance for those seeking to use cannabis and CBD to treat dementia related issues. Click here for Sue's Website If you appreciate the informa…
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Throughout this process of caring for somebody with a dementia, we learn to be as flexible and creative as possible. Today, Bobbi and Mike discuss a couple of helpful hints to deal with public bathrooms. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bella Adaptive Clothing. Click here for our af…
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What does it take to create a global movement that champions the well-being of our aging population? Joining us today is Jérôme Pigniez, founder and president of On-Medio and SilverEco.org, the premier portal for the Silver Economy sector. With decades of experience in demographic transition and technologies for autonomy, Jérôme has become a leadin…
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Carrie and Nicole answer your questions. Today, we are answering and highlighting questions family caregivers have about what their biggest challenges are in caregiving. We dive into questions from listeners around: Being able to not take my mom out of fear she will not want to return to her memory care community. Getting my mother-in-law to bathe …
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In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Mary Underwood. Recently, Mary made the decision to form her own consulting company, Empowermentia, Empowerment plus Dementia. She strongly believes and advocates for quality care, informed decisions, and specialized training. For her work, she has received numerous awards from organizations that focus on …
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One of the most common reasons for someone to put a loved one in a care home is they can't deal with poop. We can absolutely guarantee you, if you're dealing with somebody with a dementia, poop-will-happen. Today, Bobbi and Mike discuss a couple of helpful hints to deal with poop. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are pr…
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Today, Bobbi and Mike discuss one of the many myths about dementia and dementia care. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bella Adaptive Clothing. Click here for our affiliate link for your Joe and Balla purchases. To follow us on "X" (Twitter) - @bobbicarducci2 -and- @michaelcarducc4 …
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Adria Thompson joins us today to share her heart for care and about all the things...We truly look up to Adria, she is one of our inspirations. We are so thankful for her friendship and we are excited to cheer her on as she touches many lives. What is a dementia educator and influencer? How she feels about being in the public eye? How she makes her…
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Meet Carrie and Nicole! Find out... How did they meet? Why they decided to do this podcast? Lot's of fun conversation and laughs. Thank you so much for being here!! We'd love for you to subscribe, rate and review! Follow us on Instagram HERE and Join our Facebook Group HERE. Come as you are! We are not medical professionals and are not providing an…
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They may not say it out loud, but they are communicating their need by their absence from all the activities they used to be involved with, or by the phone calls, text messages, or tweets that no longer arrive in your inbox. Bobbi has written a paper on how a caregiver near you needs help. What we're going to do today is let Bobbi fly solo and let …
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Welcome to "Gather Darlings" with Carrie Aalberts BS, MS aka Dementia Darling and Nicole Will aka willGather - the podcast where we kick back, let loose, and dive headfirst into the untamed, unfiltered world of caregiving. This isn’t your grandma's tea party—unless your grandma likes to spill the tea with a glass of wine in one hand and unapologeti…
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Can two people read the same question and get a different meaning? Find out on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight talk. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bella Adaptive Clothing. Click here for our affiliate link for your Joe and Balla purchases. To follow us on "X" (Twitt…
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In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Carrie Leljedal, a Family Caregiver Turned Advocate who describes herself as "one mad mom". She is a Program Manager for The Live Oak Project. She is a Board Member for NYC Gray Panthers Organization and Co-Chairs their Transformation Tuesday series. She is also the states Spokesperson for Illinois Caregiv…
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On today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight talk, Bobbi and Mike discuss some of the possible reasons your loved one may be refusing food. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bella Adaptive Clothing. Click here for our affiliate link for your Joe and Balla purchases. To follow us …
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On today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight talk, Bobbi and Mike discuss moving forward with the Alzheimer's drug Aricept, which is very expensive and whether it will help your loved one. Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bella Adaptive Clothing. Click here for our affiliate lin…
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In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Colleen Duewel, founder and President of Lionheart Eldercare & Consulting, whose mission is to foster autonomy, relieve family caregiver worries, and help older adults thrive. She has extensive experience as an Advanced Care Planner, certified geriatric care manager, nursing home ombudsman, certified demen…
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On Wednesday, April 10th, Ms. Colleen Duewell, who is a Certified Geriatric Care Management Consultant, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and Advanced Care Planner, talks to Bobbi and Mike about how a care manager can be beneficial in understanding and navigating our health, legal, and financial systems. Stop back on the 10th for Colleen's full epis…
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Bobbi and Mike discuss communicating with your loved one on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk. Today's question is: "Has anyone experienced LO not being able to understand what is said while still being able to speak well? He can communicate what he wants to say but has a hard time understanding what is said to him." Interesting an…
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In today's episode, we talk with guest Jimmy Zollo co-founder and CEO of Joe & Bella, an adaptive clothing and apparel company. We discuss the difficulties associated with getting clothing on and off, and not being able to take loved ones out in public because of the lack of comfortable and stylish clothing. Joe & Bella offer a full line of adaptiv…
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Bobbi and Mike discuss moving forward with the Alzheimer's drug Leqembi on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk. Interesting and informative guests will join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month. On the opposite Wednesdays, we will provide straight talk about what people need to know before and after caregiving begins, inclu…
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In today's episode, we talk with guest Lisa Graff about how difficult it was for her mother when she had to put her own mother into a nursing home when Lisa was in high school and the impact it had on her. Lisa is a retired teacher, actress, novelist, essayist and columnist. Lisa's Websites and Social Media links: Link for Lisa's Website Link for L…
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"Why do people advise checking for UTI when LO is being violent, hallucinating, etc.?" While it doesn't seem logical or intuitive, UTI's can have a very dramatic effect on the brain chemistry of the elderly and especially those with dementia. Bobbi and Mike provide some helpful insights on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk. Interes…
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We have mentioned many times on our podcasts how contrasting colors may help people with dementia because of their vision being affected by these devastating brain diseases. Just one such example would be having mashed potatoes on a dark colored plate so the loved one can see the food better. In today's episode, we talk with guest Sara McCunnie abo…
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On Wednesday, February 28th, Ms. Sara McCunnie, who is registered architect in both New Zealand and Australia, talks to Bobbi and Mike about some strategies where color and patterns can play a role in dementia caregiving. Stop back on the 28th for Sara's full episode. To follow us on Twitter - @bobbicarducci2 -and- @michaelcarducc4 (c) 2023-2024 Ca…
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"Having your mother turn on you, looking at you with an evil expression and rant at you like you’re an idiot while making no sense herself, is maddening and breaking my spirit. Saying, she can’t help it” does not make it hurt less. I’m so sad." The emotional "roller coaster" is very real and takes a severe toll on caregivers. Bobbi and Mike provide…
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On Wednesday, February 28th, Ms. Sara McCunnie, who is registered architect in both New Zealand and Australia, talks to Bobbi and Mike about some strategies where color and patterns can play a role in dementia caregiving. Stop back on the 28th for Sara's full episode. To follow us on Twitter - @bobbicarducci2 -and- @michaelcarducc4 (c) 2023-2024 Ca…
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Bobbi and Mike talk to Ms. Kay Bransford about Powers of Attorney, Money Manager vs. Financial Advisor, and taking care of the financial aspects of your loved ones. Kay took care of her parents’ finances when they were diagnosed with dementia and that experience led her to pursue a passion of helping other families prepare for the financial aspects…
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On Wednesday, February 14th, Ms. Kay Bransford talks to Bobbi and Mike about Powers of Attorney, Money Manager vs. Financial Advisor among other items dealing with the finances for your loved ones. Stop back on the 14th for Kay's full episode. To follow us on Twitter - @bobbicarducci2 -and- @michaelcarducc4 Click here to follow the Dementia Spotlig…
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Bobbi and Mike provide some helpful insights for the following caregiver's issue on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk: "I Can’t get my LO to change. Mother had been wearing the same outfit for months. They are filthy and torn. We can’t find similar clothes as she bought them over 10 years ago. When we try to get her to wear somethi…
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Coming Attraction: On February 14th, Ms. Kay Bransford talks to Bobbi and Mike about Powers of Attorney, Money Manager vs. Financial Advisor among other items dealing with the finances for your loved ones. Stop back on the 14th. (c) 2023-2024 Carducci Caregiving Consultingעל ידי Bobbi and Michael Carducci
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This type of frustration is very real and very common among caregivers. Bobbi and Mike provide some insights and tips to help ease the frustration for both the caregiver and the person with dementia on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk. Interesting and informative guests will join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month. On …
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In this episode, Bobbi and Mike talk with caregiver, author, and educator Donna Thomson about the possibility of 2024 being the year of the caregiver, caregiving as project management, caring across generations, and caregiving essentials. Donna is Director and co-designer of the Family Engagement in Research Courses and Program and facilitates the …
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Great Question! Bobbi and Mike provide a very basic understanding between Power of Attorney and Guardianship on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk. It is in everyone's best interest to consult with an elder law attorney to get these documents in place BEFORE you need them. Interesting and informative guests will join us on the 2nd a…
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Speaking of controversial issues others tend to avoid, Bobbi and Mike discuss their feeling on these new drugs that are very dangerous, and the FDA which is "fast track" approving these drugs...and why! ***REXULTI (brexpiprazole) · Cerebrovascular Disease ·Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome ·Tardive Dyskinesia ·Hyperglycemia ·LDL and HDL Cholesterol an…
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We wish you, our listeners, a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year. Bobbi and I will be away this week so there will not be an regular episode on Wednesday, January 10. We will provide an episode on Saturday, January 13 and then resume our regular schedule of weekly podcasts on the following Wednesday (Jan 17th). Mike (c) 2023-2024 Carducci Care…
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Bobbi and Mike provide some helpful insights for the following caregiver's issue on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk: "I'm in a bit of a dilemma, my mom, who has dementia, went into the hospital last week for internal bleeding. The hospital wants to discharge her, and I said no. She was in ICU, intubated and restrained and now see…
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Bobbi and Mike provide some helpful tips for the following caregiver's question on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight Talk: "My mom told me that for three nights a dog has been in the tree outside her window. He’s stretched out on a branch and holds on to it with his back feet. He is brown and white and looks at her. What can I do? " It'…
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